Music Tutor - Trumpet

• Melbourne Grammar School
• Melbourne VIC 3001, Australia

Casual Other

Job Description

Music Tutor - Trumpet

Melbourne Grammar School is seeking a Music Tutor - Trumpet to teach individual instrumental lessons across our South Yarra campus, commencing 2026. Time commitments will be distributed at the commencement of each year and will reflect the student demand for lessons.

The incumbent is required to maintain a technical knowledge at the forefront of the field of instrumental education, pedagogy, repertoire, work as a member of a small team and carry out work in a competent, effective and efficient manner.

Context

Melbourne Grammar School is one of Australia’s leading independent schools with an inclusive, community-focused culture. We value professionalism and a commitment to excellence in every role.

This role is based at our South Yarra campus where our Senior School welcome around 850 boys in Years 9 – 12 each day and our Wadhurst campus, comprises 400 boys in Years 7 and 8 where they make the transition from primary to secondary education in an environment designed with their needs in mind.

You will

• Teach individual music lessons, prepare students for performances (solo or for official School events) and AMEB exams up to diploma, where appropriate
• Ensure lessons occur on a repeating and regular, weekly basis throughout each term, taking into account and flexibly working with the pre-existing requirements of the school-based curriculum
• Prepare reports within a given timeline, using the School’s Style Guide
• At times, be required to assist in ensemble rehearsals.

About you

• Trumpet as a primary instrument.
• Completion of a degree in music/instrumental education, or equivalent industry experience is required.
• Experience in teaching Secondary School aged students considered an advantage.
• Must hold, or be willing to obtain registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching, or a valid Employee Working with Children Check.

Applying for the role

To apply, please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be redirected to our secure online staff recruitment portal.

Applications close Friday 21 November 2025

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Please note, Melbourne Grammar staff must hold or be able to obtain a valid Working with Children Check

Melbourne Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Applicants should familiarise themselves with Melbourne Grammar Schools Child Safety policies and procedures and the values available on our website.

For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team viaemployment@mgs.vic.edu.au